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...It's time for the beach, relaxing, having fun, and extremely hot weather....

...It's July, and July in Minnesota (usually) means hot, muggy, humid, tropical, oppressive, and miserable weather....

...After living with RA, they understand how the weather can affect their symptoms....

...I literally have been brewing a pot of tea to weather through whatever storm has come my way....

...old water....

...The days are longer and the weather is warmer allowing ample opportunity to get outside and enjoy your favorite summer hobbies....

...Frankly, I’m grateful we have weather forecasting and that I knew a few days out about the impending storm....

...— I've noticed a few things about the state of my RA that are both directly and indirectly related to the weather....

...That mantra is my best defense against cold weather.  I know it will end. ...

...The seasons are changing and warm weather is finally here after a brutal winter. RA flares can cause great discomfort when the seasons change....

...The days where the weather affects my body (and my mental health), I have to really think about getting past the discomfort of going out when staying home...

...Looking through my cold weather stash the other day, I realized that I really need to go shoe shopping: for everyday leather shoes, dress shoes, and winter...

...I typically use and 50+SPF in a lotion that is water-resistant....

...Now that the weather has turned (much) colder in Minnesota, my swollen and inflamed joints are happier thanks to the cool, dry weather....

...Colder weather can hit with full force - and mornings, especially winter mornings, can be a challenge for many people with rheumatoid arthritis. ...

...As the weather changes, people are outside, tending to yards, talking to neighbors, going shopping, and walking or biking on the local trails....

...Plus, 79 percent of those surveyed are apt to experience more flares during certain weather conditions, with precipitation being with most impactful weather...